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Table of Contents

Generate a professional, clickable table of contents for your PDF. Automate document navigation from bookmarks with 100% private, browser-based processing.

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About This Tool

Table of Contents is an essential tool for transforming long, complex PDFs into user-friendly, navigable documents. By generating a dedicated TOC page, you provide readers with an instant structural overview, allowing them to jump to any section with a single click.

This generator intelligently pulls data from your existing document bookmarks to build a clean, professional index. You can customize the styling, font, and indentation to match your document's aesthetic, ensuring the new navigation page blends seamlessly with your original content.

Secure Local Generation: Unlike other online tools, our TOC generator runs entirely on your machine. Your document data is never transmitted to an external server, making it the safest choice for business reports, legal briefs, and academic manuscripts.

How to Use

  1. Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document.

  2. Configure TOC

    Choose to generate from bookmarks or create custom entries. Select style and positioning options.

  3. Generate and Download

    Click Generate to create the table of contents and download your updated PDF.

Use Cases

Academic Papers

Add a professional table of contents to theses, dissertations, and research papers.

Business Reports

Create navigable reports with clear section listings for stakeholders.

User Manuals

Generate comprehensive TOCs for technical documentation and user guides.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my PDF doesn’t have bookmarks yet?

We recommend using our "Edit Bookmarks" tool first to define your document structure. Once your bookmarks are set, this tool can automatically convert them into a visual, clickable Table of Contents page.

Will the page numbers in the TOC update automatically?

Yes, the tool calculates the exact page position for every bookmark entry, ensuring your Table of Contents is 100% accurate and synchronized with the document pagination.

Can I choose where the TOC page is inserted?

Absolutely. While most users place the Table of Contents at the beginning (after the cover page), you can specify exactly where the new page should be inserted within your document.

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